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The Travelers Pup, LLC

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Job Description

Job Overview Join our team of professional pet sitters! As a pet sitter, you will provide exceptional care and companionship to pets of all breeds and sizes, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being during their owners' absence. Duties Take dogs on engaging walks tailored to their energy levels and needs, ensuring proper leash handling and safety protocols. Provide attentive pet sitting services, including feeding, administering medication if needed, and maintaining a clean environment. Monitor animals' behavior closely, recognizing signs of stress or discomfort, and employing appropriate restraint or calming techniques. Maintain detailed logs of pet activities, health observations, and any incidents during visits. Communicate effectively with pet owners about their pets' status and any concerns that arise during care sessions. Qualifications Prior experience in veterinary settings, animal handling, or pet care facilities is highly desirable. Strong dog handling skills with knowledge of animal restraint and behavior management techniques. Experience working with dogs and cats. Knowledge of pet behaviors to ensure safe interactions. Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners and team members. Ability to perform outdoor work comfortably in various weather conditions while maintaining high standards of animal care. Physical capability for heavy lifting, manual handling, and long periods of walking or standing during outdoor activities. Our ideal pet sitter is a dependable, caring, and flexible person who genuinely enjoys spending time with animals. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for part-time work that fits around an existing schedule, such as a student, part-time employee, retiree, or someone looking for a flexible side job.
Pay:
$5.00 - $500.00 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
Pet First Aid Certification (Preferred) Drivers License (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Travelers Rest, SC 29690

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What they do

An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$29,604 / year median in South Carolina

+17% projected growth

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